The Noma Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Noma Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $17,750 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $8,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$17,750
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$8,500
- Assets$73,755
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $19,700 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,700 | 4 | $77,317 |
| 2024 | $17,750 | 10 | $73,755 |
How to apply
The Noma Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Noma Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $8,500 |
| New York | 9 | $7,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis Noma Teen Pipeline Gtant | To provide funding for classes & activities related to architecture | $8,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $750 |
| Individual | Scholarshipscholarship | $750 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $750 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Franklin
- Michael Rogers
- Roberta Washington
- William Stanley
- Drake Dillard
- Cheryl McAfee
- Curtis Moody
- Kenneth Martin
- Kevin Holland
Questions people ask
Does The Noma Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Noma Foundation give?
$17,750 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs The Noma Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Franklin (Director), Michael Rogers (President), Roberta Washington (Treasurer) and William Stanley (VP) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Noma Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.